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Antique French Ormolu Onyx Mantle Clock by Samuel Marti
$1,550List Price
About the Item
- Creator:Samuel Marti (Clockmaker),Mermod Jaccard & Co. (Retailer)
- Dimensions:Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Width: 9.25 in (23.5 cm)Depth: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)
- Style:Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Early 20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Great condition.
- Seller Location:Forney, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5977226980362
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